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8.6

Excellent

5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14232 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Pinecrest, CA

Pinecrest Lake9 min drive
Dodge Ridge Ski Resort16 min drive
Dodge Ridge22 min drive
Stockton, CA (SCK-Stockton Municipal)114 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Feb 25, 2024

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

loft for 1

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

PinecrestAreaRentals #11Mountain Cabin!

Book 7 nights get 2 nights free discount= only pay for 5 nights.
Cabin sleeps 14 family groups, no parties, car limit 3. This is a 4 bedroom +single loft sleeper.

This big mountain cabin has 3 levels, 4 bedrrom +1 kid sleeper loft w/ladder, 2.5 bath, 4th bedroom game room with pool table. Full kitchen, microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher, washer, dryer, 2 fireplaces, wood provided, wifi, cable TV/DVD, BBQ, 2 decks +porch out front. Walk to the river in Strawberry at an elevation of 5600ft, just minutes from Pinecrest Lake, Dodge Ridge, Leland Snow Play, Beardsley Res. 90 minutes from Yosemite, 30 miutes from Black Oak Casino.
Book 7 nights get 2 nights free discount= only pay for 5 nights.
We have smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguishers.
ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION:
* We provide cleaning service after your departure for a fee so you do not have to clean on your vacation. We follow covid protocols and procedures, per vrbo listing information for California no contact entry.

* Our cabin sleeps up to 14 and provides great lodging for family retreats.
*INTERNET: wifi Verizon jetpack/internet in the area is line of site, can be spotty, not for many devices or streaming. Good for calls, emails, texting.
* Pets are NOT allowed and No Smoking, No Parties.
We have smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguishers.
*Pool table room is not for children under 18.
*Be aware in the mountains, winter storms can interupt power, cell and internet coverage. Be prepared to shovel when it's snowing. Check weather for road and conditions before traveling. Be prepred by using the House rules, descriptions and instructions in this listing and rental agreement. We want everyone to be safe.
CLEANING:
We have always and will continue to use clorox, lysol cleaners, disinfectant sprays, and laundry sanitizer, vinegar, bleach as appropriate for each surface type. Our crews wear protective masks and gloves. You should leave it tidy, rinsed dishes go into dishwasher so there's no ants etc. Cabins blankets and towels stay at the cabin. The crew does the rest.
We have always taken great care to protect our guests!

Property manager

Darlene - A1 Vacations Customer Since July 1996

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Pool table room is not for children under 18.

Events

No events allowed

Pool table room not for children under 18.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please bring your trash bags, for kitchen and baths to collect and put in outside cans. No flushing objects, wipes, diapers, paper only.

Due to covid there are no inside trash cans, please bring your trash bags, hang one in kitchen and baths to collect and put in outside cans.

No parties, glitter, glue, tinsel, markers, paints, confetti, fireworks, poppers, live holiday decor. No outdoor burning bbq only. No wood in bbq!

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Pool table room not for children under 18.

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Strawberry

Located in Strawberry, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Dodge Ridge Ski Resort and Leland Snowplay are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Leland Meadows and Twain Harte Miniature Golf.

Pinecrest, CA

What's nearby

Pinecrest Lake - 9 min drive
Beach 2 - 9 min drive
Dodge Ridge Ski Resort - 16 min drive
Leland Snowplay - 18 min drive
Dodge Ridge - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Serene Bean - ‬8 min drive
‪Mia's - ‬4 min drive
‪Steam Donkey Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
‪Kennedy Meadows Resort & Pack Station - ‬13 min drive
‪Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PinecrestAreaRentals #11Mountain Cabin! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PinecrestAreaRentals #11Mountain Cabin! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PinecrestAreaRentals #11Mountain Cabin! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PinecrestAreaRentals #11Mountain Cabin! located?

Situated on the riverfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Stanislaus National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Columns of the Giants and Pinecrest Lake. Pinecrest Dog Beach and Stoddard Spring are also within 6 miles (10 km).

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Frank

25 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

29 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Host

Great and super flexible host. We had problems with our original dates and Darlene was incredibly helpful in rescheduling our visit. I want to go back. Great experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen G., Pacifica, Ca

21 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Ski Cabin

What a wonderful cabin for a family ski trip. The proximity to Dodge Ridge is incredible. The kitchen holds what you will need for family meals. The open floor plan is ideal for a group gathering. We were able to squeezing 9 people around the table for dinner. The bedroom set up allows for multiple families. The beds are comfortable. The view from the decks is gorgeous. The lower level pool room is wonderful for game time and provides an additional sleeping space. Driveway easily held two SUV's. The host is organized, provided all information needed ahead of time and was easy to communicate with.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen W.

25 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location close to Strawberry and lakes and streams.

Had a great time fishing and enjoying the forest. The power was out twice but of no fault of the property.(it was PG&E)

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

1 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer fun

Rented a cabin this year trying something new instead of the traditional tent camping an I have to say it was well worth it. The cabin was clean, cozy and well kept. I look forward to renting it again. Thank you for sharing ur cabin.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G.

13 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Place was awesome, just don't stay for a couple days. My biggest regret is not staying a week.

Great place and location, just the MapQuest took us on a mari-go-round trying to find the actual cabin. But I'm telling you, the out side decks, game room, kids lost in their own adventure and awe of the place. We forgot toilet paper so had to drive down to get some and the big knives for cutting we're dull but my babies, friends, and family all had a blast and really had fun. I was a bit shocked at how crowded the lake was for as small it is, so with no reception for most, you need to communicate the unloading and parking so to not have to drive around for over an hour trying to find the rest of your party when going to Pinecrest lake. I give a 9.5 or of 10

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Randall D.

30 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our time in Strawberry

Darlene, I wanted to thank you for making our trip so enjoyable. the cabin met all of our needs, and everyone had a fabulous time. Plenty of room for all and in great proximity to Pinecrest. It was a very hot week so it was somewhat uncomfortable at night, but it didn't prevent anyone from having a great time. Thanks again. RD

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

19 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Christmas Vacation

This was a very lovely experience to have a white Christmas with husband, kids and grandkids. Was a very nice place, clean, easy to get too and super fun. We had a great time and can’t wait to go again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Serena P.

18 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good house for family getaway

This house fulfills the basic needs of a vacation home; bathroom, beds and a kitchen. Its clean and well kept. A few things around the house could use some updating to help boost ratings and favorability. The location isn’t the best in terms of reception and WiFi but it’s 10 minutes from Pinecrest Lake. The price is great and fit all of my family without breaking our wallets; Overall I’d stay here again. Thanks Darlene!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

James E.

25 June 2021

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Old and needs repairs!

Not happy with the kitchen-old utensils and pots and pans must be 40 years old. Upstairs bathroom toilet seat(wood) is split and dangerous and child sized. Many entertainment items listed did not work. Blinds were broken, screens torn and the beds uncomfortable! We will not be renting this cabin anymore.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

18 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

A bunch of games. Perfect location. Forest is the backyard. Very clean and the manager was super responsive.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

3 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

It had such a warm welcome feeling. It was like being at home but in such a beautiful setting. Thank you for sharing your home. Great memories were made.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arun K.

12 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay !

I wish I could have been booked for more days . We thoroughly enjoyed each moment . I would highly recommend this place.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette R.

29 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Enjoyed my stay at the cabin my family and I had fun! It was comfortable and cozy. Also clean!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn L.

22 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had an amazing time, would definitely love to come back for the summertime. The cabin was clean and

Had an amazing time, would definitely love to come back for the summertime. The cabin was clean and beautiful. Overall was a great experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Lauren J.

2 Feb 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Had a nice time... WiFi was difficult

We had a nice time, it was comfortable, everyone had their own room to stay in. The one big downside was the Wi-Fi. I can understand something being slow when you’re in the mountains, but when only one device could connect at a time and there were times when no one count connect at all, it is very frustrating. Especially when you don’t have cell phone service. You could WiFi call to explain the problem if you could connect to the WiFi but it’s slow and there are times your can’t even connect. On the second day of our stay I finally managed to use a WiFi app to see the connection speed. It said 3 devices were connected. I was 1 and no one else in our group was connected. Something was fishy. I had to drive up to Prinecrest just to get service.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Melanie R.

15 Dec 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice getaway in Strawberry

Our family enjoyed our stay at this cabin. It was great to be in Strawberry and within walking distance (healthy walk) from the river. The living space is comfortable and great for a large group!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Joanna S.

14 Dec 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OK cabin in the woods

This is a nice cabin. Great location for getting to Pinecrest Lake and hiking around Strawberry area. Loved the wood stove, and the house gets very very warm & cozy. Pretty neighborhood. Very quiet, hardly saw a soul. Overall, the cabin could use some updating. The beds are old and rather uncomfortable. Mattresses haven't been changed in years. Springs in your back & a bit saggy. The carpets throughout the house are pretty dirty--it's very low-pile carpet that's beige so you can see the wear and tear. The upstairs bathroom shower stall leaks so you have to be strategic with the angle of the showerhead. The newer bathroom on the main level was nice and had good water pressure. All of the appliances worked well and we enjoyed making Thanksgiving dinner here. I think for the money being charged I would expect a slightly more updated home. There were ZERO and I mean ZERO supplies. Yes, it says it DEEP in the listing about bringing all your own stuff, but I have never had a rental house that didn't provide a starter roll of toilet paper and some dish towels. Luckily I read the fine print and had packed accordingly, but it feels a bit excessive to have to bring your own EVERYTHING. Read the entire listing IN DETAIL. No TP, paper towels, trash bags, dish towels, sponge, dish soap, hand soap etc. TP, dish soap, body soaps (sealed of course, due to covid) and a few dish towels, and a sponge would be more welcoming and would feel less cheap. There are any number of ways to provide the basics in a sanitary way, even during covid. If you can leave silverware and dishes, I'm sure you can provide hand & dish towels, especially because there is a washer & dryer (bring your own soap) onsite. All of the appliances work, but they are VERY old, so I would suggest an update merely for the energy efficiency and cost savings alone. Also that one child lock on the lower cupboard and not a single other one is an annoyance. You keep trying to open it over and over again. Just take it off. Overall nice place, good location, but in need of updating and some TLC.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

David H.

24 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, plenty of space, house on the older side

We rented the location for a week in early September. The location is great, its a short drive from Pinecrest lake and the river running through Strawberry. The river is technically walkable, but its a long, long walk. We had family coming and going, at the peak there were 6 adults and 6 kids and they fit fine, if not a little snug due to the bottom level being only open to 18+. Pool table down there, I assume that is why. The house is functioning, but it is clearly in an "old rental" state, where there is not a lot of financial incentive to make big fixes. The windows and screens were old 20 years ago. Screen door missing downstairs, upstairs screen door functioning poorly. Creaky deck appears safe (I got under and inspected), but its going to need work in the not-too-distant future. To be fair, the front bathroom and kitchen countertops had been updated. Wifi worked, but very slow. Don't plan on any heavy data usage. Dishwasher worked fine, washer & dryer there but didn't use. plenty of dishes of all sorts. As they clearly state, bring your own toiletries and such. Paper towels, toilet paper, soap-- bath, dish, laundry, etc. There were towels there, enough to get the job done, but if you like your plush towels, bring them. Property management was very responsive and communicated well, from my interactions I can see why someone would hire them to manage their property. PG&E was planning to shut off power and they came by the house to alert us beforehand (Thank you). Summing it up, location and management great, house big but old and not in best repair. If competitively priced and you like the area, go for it.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Bruce D.

12 Sept 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin in the woods.

The place could use some maintenance. The linens and the towels had seen better days. It would have been better if we had brought our own. Instructions for the sat/tv would be help full. BTW the battery in the remote needs to be replaced.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Koi S.

7 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

#11 More of a winter cabin than summer

I stayed here with my family that had younger kids. Most of the cabins appliances and look hasn’t been updated since the 80’s. There is a dilapidated pool table downstairs and that area is the coolest (temperature) place to be during the summer. Its also one of the loudest places to be because of the floor board creaking sounds. It’s so loud that it’s almost a form of deterrence to be downstairs. The beds range in comfortability and the quality is not great. The couches are comfy, the fridge was cold when I arrived, and the instructions were easy to understand. The unit I stayed in has modern upgrade of an upgrade bathroom, kitchen sink and kitchen countertop. I’d rate the cabin no higher than 3.5, that’s because I’m rating this like a budget motel in a prime location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Michal K.

22 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Spacious and clean cabin.

Clean and spacious property with three levels and plenty of space. Kitchen was well equipped. Beds were modest. Would return again.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

5 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memories made!

We have stayed here twice and have a large family! I cannot ask for more! Very cozy and Darlene is always ready to assist at anytime!! Cannot wait to come back next year! :)

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Angela B.

26 Dec 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everthing was good.

The cabin was very cozy, comfortable and temperature was good in cold weather. But I think water tank might be small. So some of us have to take a shower with cold water. Another problem was mattress. They are too old. Except for two things, it is really comfortable cabin.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Akash A.

18 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time in the woods!

Our party of 10 had a great time at the cabin! The area is beautiful with lots of hikes nearby and also near to Pinecrest Lake. The cabin was great with full stocked kitchen. Beds were little uncomfortable but overall we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Darlene - A1 Vacations Customer Since July 1996

We've been serving vacationers since 1984, 40 years. It's a family business, my children grew up in the business and still assist guests daily. When I started, the cabins didn't even have TV, it was the forest and fun that drew guests up the mountain to play, swim, fish, hike, bike, horseback ride and visit Columbia State Park, Dodge Ridge Ski Resort, Pinecrest lake, Ice skating, snow play, Tuolumne and Stainislaus River, big Trees and so much more. It has been a pleasure to serve thousands of guests over the years. We do our very best to make each stay a great experience. The crew works exceptionally hard to keep everything going! We look forward to having you as a guest!

Why they chose this property

This beautiful ideal cabin home is centrally located for uphill and downhill activities. From Pinecrest Lake to Don Pedro. Dodge Ridge to Yosemite, Calavaras county as well. Every thing from Casino-Spelunking, Water Sports to live theater.

What makes this property unique

It has been a pleasure to serve thousands of guests over the years. We do our very best to make each stay a great experience. The crew works exceptionally hard to keep everything going! We look forward to having you as a guest!